Today, I have some cool news from TechSpokes for you – AI Comment Moderator v1.4.5 is out! This update, along with v1.4.4, brings major improvements that boost performance and set the stage for exciting new features coming soon.
As someone dedicated to making your comment moderation process easier, I’d like to walk you through what’s new and how these updates can benefit your WordPress website.
The Evolution of AI Comment Moderator
About a year and a half ago, my goal was to help my business partners save time while dealing with tons of comments daily. Their “pet project” – Beat Of Hawaii – has over 102K comments published (and counting). Thanks to your feedback today the plugin has become even more powerful and efficient.
What’s New in Version 1.4.5
One of the key additions in this update is the ability to store AI data for fine-tuning. You can start using the plugin with the more advanced model, like GPT4o, to collect a couple of hundred samples of high-quality moderation, and then fine-tune a smaller and faster model like GPT4o-mini.
This way, you maintain high-quality moderation while reducing costs and increasing speed. I plan to introduce the ability to use these fine-tuned models directly in the plugin within the next few weeks. This update prepares you to take advantage of that as soon as it’s available.
Another significant feature is the ability to specify an OpenAI Project ID within the plugin settings. This matters because if you run multiple websites or have existing projects in your OpenAI account, you can track API billing more accurately. This means better budgeting and no surprise expenses. It also helps you organize your data and API access across different projects, giving you more control over how your AI resources are used.
I’ve also improved the code to make it more readable and easier to maintain. While you might not see this directly, it ensures the plugin runs smoothly and is ready for future enhancements—like the upcoming fine-tuning interface, which will be discussed later in this article.
Enhancements in Version 1.4.4
Spam attacks can be a real problem, especially when they come in large volumes. With the new local caching feature, the plugin now handles duplicate comments locally before making any API calls. This speeds up moderation and reduces server load. The combination of local caching, the fortress mode, and the introduction of GPT4o-mini as the default model (which is significantly cheaper than GPT-3.5 Turbo) has drastically reduced the plugin’s API costs. By cutting down unnecessary API requests, you can now moderate up to 10,000 comments for just $1, and in some cases, up to 20,000 comments, depending on your site’s activity. The API cost has effectively dropped from $1 per 1K comments to $1 per 10K comments, making it much more affordable for users.
Unlike other solutions that limit API requests and might leave your site vulnerable during heavy spam attacks, the AI Comment Moderator doesn’t cap your API requests. You won’t have to worry about exceeding your budget or dealing with a flood of unmoderated spam. Your site stays protected at all times without unexpected costs.
Preparing for Future Enhancements
In recent updates, I’ve added manual score updates, allowing you to update comment scores in bulk. This gives you more control over moderation and lets you adjust scores based on your judgment.
Additionally, the plugin automatically updates comment scores when you flag a comment as spam, trash it, or publish it.
This lays the foundation for a new feature: exporting fine-tuning data based on your manual actions. In the future, I plan to offer a fully integrated user interface to fine-tune your models directly from the WordPress admin.
The plugin will store your manual actions in the database, learning from your moderation decisions and becoming more tailored to your site’s needs without extra effort. By taking action today, you’ll help the plugin learn more effectively, making it even better over time.
How These Updates Benefit You
These updates give you greater control and customization. You can easily fine-tune your own AI models so that the comment moderation matches your site’s voice and policies (and you can save hundreds of dollars on AI consulting unless you want to hire me for that task 😉 ).
Accurate billing and lower API costs mean you get top-notch moderation without overspending.
With these updates, you can spend less time sorting through spam and more time focusing on what truly matters, freeing up your time for more meaningful tasks.
Your site will have robust spam protection. With unrestricted API requests and local caching, your site stays protected even during massive spam attacks. You can avoid unexpected costs or spam slipping through due to request limits.
Practical Results for Your Website
Take the example of the Beat Of Hawaii website: we’ve cut the daily moderation time by over an hour, saving money while maintaining high-quality engagement with readers.
But the plugin isn’t just for sites with massive comment volumes. It’s also perfect for smaller websites where every comment matters.
If you value the quality of discussions on your site but are hesitant to enable comments because of the work involved, AI Comment Moderator can help you get started.
Another important subject: the comments are also a positive signal to Google, showing that your website is engaging and active. So, if you’ve been holding back on enabling comments due to the moderation workload, now is the time to reconsider.
Why Now Is the Best Time to Try AI Comment Moderator
With these new features, it’s a great time to see how AI can transform your comment moderation, keep your site clean, and keep your community engaged. By getting familiar with the plugin now, you’ll be far ahead of the crowd when the upcoming features are out.
I’m offering a 15-day free trial so you can experience the benefits without any commitment. As part of these updates, I’m offering a 50% discount on any yearly plan for new purchases if you subscribe to my newsletter. After subscribing, you’ll get the discount code straight to your inbox.
How to Get Started
Starting your free trial is easy. Download the plugin from the official website, install and activate it by following the simple installation guide, configure the settings to fit your needs, and start experiencing efficient, AI-powered moderation today.
To redeem your 50% discount, subscribe to the newsletter to receive your discount code, choose the yearly plan that suits you best, and apply the code at checkout.
Conclusion
You’ll spend less time moderating and more time creating, keep expenses low without sacrificing quality, and with more features coming soon, the plugin will keep getting better.
Use this plugin to save valuable time on moderation and focus on what truly matters! Subscribe to the newsletter to get 50% off, and start your free trial today. I’m confident that once you try the AI Comment Moderator, you’ll wonder how you managed without it.
Stay Connected
I value your feedback and would love to hear about your experience with the plugin. If you have any questions or suggestions, please drop me a message from the contact page.
Let’s make your comment moderation effortless and your community engagement stronger than ever.
Thank you for being part of this journey!
Serge